Below Average
#7395 of 9,539 schools in CA
Elitha Donner Elementary
Elementary School · Elk Grove Unified
9461 Soaring Oaks Dr., Elk Grove, CA 95758
Enrollment
757
Student-Teacher
23.7:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
757
Student-Teacher
23.7:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,395 of 9,539
In Elk Grove
#37 of 38
public schools
In district
#61 of 67
Elk Grove Unified
Academic performance
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Elitha Donner Elementary
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About Elitha Donner Elementary
Elitha Donner Elementary is a public elementary school in Elk Grove, CA, part of Elk Grove Unified. Elitha Donner Elementary serves approximately 757 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 23.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Elitha Donner Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #7,395 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Elitha Donner Elementary show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 6.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Elitha Donner Elementary runs 23.7:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
34% of students at Elitha Donner Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Elitha Donner Elementary — Students at Elitha Donner Elementary score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.1/10.
How Elitha Donner Elementary Compares
See how Elitha Donner Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
9461 Soaring Oaks Dr., Elk Grove, CA 95758
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Elitha Donner Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Zehnder Ranch Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Roy Herburger Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Helen Carr Castello Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Elk Grove, see our Elk Grove schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Harriet G. Eddy Middle Elk Grove | 0.3 mi | 7.0 |
| ST ELIZABETH ANN SETON CATHOLIC SCHOOL Elk Grove | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| St Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic School Elk Grove | 0.8 mi | — |
| Zehnder Ranch Elementary Elk Grove | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Foulks Ranch Elementary Elk Grove | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Arlene Hein Elementary Elk Grove | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Laguna Creek High Elk Grove | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Cosumnes Oaks High Elk Grove | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Ellen Feickert Elementary Elk Grove | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Elizabeth Pinkerton Middle Elk Grove | 1.6 mi | 8.4 |
| John Ehrhardt Elementary Elk Grove | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Irene B. West Elementary Elk Grove | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Franklin High Elk Grove | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Roy Herburger Elementary Elk Grove | 2.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Toby Johnson Middle Elk Grove | 2.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Barbara Comstock Morse Elementary Sacramento | 2.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Helen Carr Castello Elementary Elk Grove | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Miwok Village Elementary Elk Grove | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| James A. McKee Elementary Elk Grove | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Elk Grove Charter Elk Grove | 2.2 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95758 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$115,146
Median Home Value
$558,800
Median Rent
$2,178/mo
Population
65,999
College Educated
37.2%
Homeownership
70.8%
Avg Commute
31.8 min
Poverty Rate
8%
Median Age
40.3
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|---|---|
| Alice Shaw Elementary Orcutt, CA | 4.9 |
| Anderson Elementary Garden Grove, CA | 4.9 |
| Andrew Jackson Elementary Santa Ana, CA | 4.9 |
| Avenal Elementary Avenal, CA | 4.9 |
| Bobbie Smith Elementary Long Beach, CA | 4.9 |
| Central Elementary Fresno, CA | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Elitha Donner Elementary
What grades does Elitha Donner Elementary serve?
Elitha Donner Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Elitha Donner Elementary?
Elitha Donner Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 757 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Elitha Donner Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Elitha Donner Elementary is 23.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Elitha Donner Elementary rank in CA?
Elitha Donner Elementary ranks #7,395 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Elitha Donner Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Elitha Donner Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Elitha Donner Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Elitha Donner Elementary has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Elitha Donner Elementary a charter school?
No, Elitha Donner Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Elitha Donner Elementary a Title I school?
No, Elitha Donner Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Elitha Donner Elementary?
65.3% of students at Elitha Donner Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 757
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sacramento County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.2%
- Phone
- (916) 683-3073
Resources & Links
District
Elk Grove Unified- District Enrollment
- 62,603
- Schools in District
- 67
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,966
- District Rank
- #61 of 67
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